Chrysler 5286710AC Axle Half Shaft

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If you want to take out the axle shaft, get rid of the hub nut cotter pin and get a new one in case of reattaching the axle. Set the parking brake down really well and with the spare tire still on, consult a large socket and breaker bar to loosen the axle shaft/hub nut. Finally, remove the front wheel by unscrewing the nuts of the wheel lugs, lift the car by use of a jack, and ensure it is well supported by jack stands. While it's not necessary to drain the transaxle lubricant, it is recommended that, if the time is due in terms of mileage, then it should be done. Disconnect the tie-rod end from the knuckle, as well as the ball joint bolt and nut from the knuckle; pull the lower control arm down to release the assembly. To release the axle shaft from the connectors of the hub splines, it is necessary to put the end lightly and carefully to the hammer; if the axle shaft remains strongly fixed, then it is required to apply a puller. Screw off the outer CV-joint nut and pull out on the steering knuckle in order to detach the axle shaft from the hub if needed, then hook the outer end of the axle shaft with a bungee cord or wire. Be sure to look at the left side of the differential for evidence of lubricant leakage around the seal; if the axle shaft has not yet been removed, it may be taken out and the seal replaced before continuing. To remove the right axle shaft, place a pry bar under and against the inner joint to pry the same off the transaxle side gear and its corresponding retaining clip; care has to be taken not to pull the inner joint as this may lead to destruction of the same. Lift up the axle shaft assembly whilst avoiding the exhaustion of the inner joint or damaging the axle shaft boots. The same can be done for the left axle shaft and it is important to pull straight out not to cause any problems. If the vehicle is to be moved while the axle shaft is removed, fit a large bolt with the washers through the hub then tighten the nut. For installation of the new or cleaned joint, reverse the above stated removal procedures, spread an even lip of multi-purpose grease on the splines of the inner joint. When installing it is important to hold the axle shaft straight and push it in sharply to ensure that the snap ring is seated in the groove in the transaxle side gear. Thus, it is recommended that one pull the axle shaft out by hand to check the seating of the snap-ring. Scrape or wipe off any foreign materials deposited on the threads of the axle shaft outer CV joint after which the spring washer and the nut should be fitted before tightening the hub nut within the recommended torque. Last, place nut lock and the next cotter pin and dam it by bending the ends right off, fit new wheel with lugs nut and slowly drop the vehicle and tighten the lugs nuts to the right torque while pouring in the transaxle lubricant if necessary.

Loosen the rear wheel lug nuts, raise the rear of the vehicle, and support it on jackstands. Block the front wheels and remove both rear wheels. Disconnect the cable from the negative terminal of the battery. Remove the center console. Pull up on the parking brake cable, directly behind the parking brake lever, and insert a punch to relieve tension. Detach the parking brake cables from the equalizer. Unbolt the brake line brackets from the trailing arms. On models with rear disc brakes, remove the brake calipers, brake disc, hub, bearing assemblies, and parking brake shoes. On models with rear drum brakes, remove the brake drums and shoes. For models with an Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), remove the wheel speed sensors and detach the sensor harnesses. Detach the parking brake cables from retaining clips, actuators, or levers, and backing plates. If replacing the axle, remove the hub, bearing assemblies, and spindles. Remove the coil springs. Position a floor jack beneath the axle and mark the position of trailing arm brackets to the floor pan. Unbolt the trailing arm brackets, lower the jack, and remove the axle assembly.

The inner CV joints can slide in and out as the driveaxle moves with the wheel. They can be disassembled and cleaned in case of a boot failure, but any damaged parts necessitate replacing the entire driveaxle assembly.

Remove the hub nut cotter pin and discard it, along with the old cotter pin, as a new one will be needed for reassembly.

Common symptoms of worn or damaged CV joints include lubricant leaks, clicking noises during turns, clunks when accelerating after coasting, and vibrations at highway speeds.